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When QueenZone shut down in November 2020 I have decided to save the database of forum posts and make it available to public. The forum will never become active again but it's available for fulltext search. All the posts since late 2004 (except for spam) are here and I'd like to remind you some of the best discussions. John S Stuart's posts about the Queen catalogue, Thor Arnold's posts about Freddie's life and Barry Mitchell's or Justin Shirley-Smith's interesting contributions are available here).

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7 discussions started by 'Ivo-1976'

1989 BBC Radio interview - Were any pictures taken during this event? Just c... by Ivo-1976 on 21.04.2016
Rainbow question - Does the (blu-ray) DVD contain both the march and ... by Ivo-1976 on 10.09.2014
The Great Pretender - Was there a story behind this 1987 Freddie solo si... by Ivo-1976 on 03.08.2014
Drowse - I really like this. Great try. http://www.youtu... by Ivo-1976 on 25.06.2014
Live Killers - Dreamer's Ball - I was listening to Live Killers today. Dreamer's B... by Ivo-1976 on 14.02.2014
Twenty years ago... - Stange how  things that happened 20 years ago st... by Ivo-1976 on 24.11.2011
One show from each year - Hi, I'm trying to collect the essential Queen Li... by Ivo-1976 on 26.08.2011

171 posts by user 'Ivo-1976'

Which Queen song did the band overlook as a potential single? - "In the Lap of the Gods... Revisited" It's Late ... by Ivo-1976 on 17.09.2020
The Game or The Works? - The Game. What Alba says. ... by Ivo-1976 on 14.07.2020
Live '89 - Freddie knew he had AIDS in '87. By the time they ... by Ivo-1976 on 12.01.2020
Which Songs Would You Have Picked For Queen's Live Aid Set? (6 songs) - David Bowie was there, Under Pressure with David w... by Ivo-1976 on 17.06.2019
Is Body Language really that bad? - Get down Make love....I really hate it. Freddie's ... by Ivo-1976 on 31.05.2019
John uncomfortable at the Freddie Tribute - I remember watching the tribute concert and notici... by Ivo-1976 on 06.05.2019
Queen's best songwriter - It was the mix of them all that made it special. 4... by Ivo-1976 on 15.01.2019
What if The Miracle was Queens last Album ? - "Similar memories here! I remember perfectly that ... by Ivo-1976 on 15.01.2019
'Bohemian Rhapsody' movie reviews & impressions - After much hesitation I decided to have a go with ... by Ivo-1976 on 28.12.2018
First reactions to the These Are The Days of Our Lives Video? - They sort of caved in in those last years. A few i... by Ivo-1976 on 14.12.2018
John Deacon on cover of Bass Guitar Magazine - @Mr Right Are you his shrink?... by Ivo-1976 on 22.10.2018
John Deacon on cover of Bass Guitar Magazine - I respect John's decisions, but I regret that he d... by Ivo-1976 on 22.10.2018
BohRhap: "Can you go a bit higher?" - I think the movie will be hard to enjoy, with all ... by Ivo-1976 on 08.09.2018
Forgotten John Deacon Albums - "Serious discussion"-page. ... by Ivo-1976 on 26.08.2018
No-One but You (Only the Good Die Young) - I believe it was Brian's song. He decided to get R... by Ivo-1976 on 29.06.2018
A possible setlist for a Queen tour 1989 - 1991? - Not a full setlist, but I would love to have seen ... by Ivo-1976 on 04.06.2018
Freddie knew he had HIV in 1984? - As far as I know this has been discussed over and ... by Ivo-1976 on 30.05.2018
Does anyone know what the next official Queen release will be? - 2018: Queen+AL Live album, perhaps even a studio a... by Ivo-1976 on 11.04.2018
What if..... - They might have split up. And rejoin years later o... by Ivo-1976 on 03.04.2018
Are Brian and James May (from Top Gear) brothers? - James is Brian, but with a different wig.... by Ivo-1976 on 31.03.2018
Queen Mysteries - @dysan 1991 Innuendo Tour? I missed that one.... by Ivo-1976 on 27.03.2018
Anything worth listening from this list of collaborations? - Contrary to the liner notes of Lover Of Life, Sing... by Ivo-1976 on 24.03.2018
Since when in the hell did Roger Taylor get a tattoo?! - Pic or it didn't happen... by Ivo-1976 on 14.02.2018
The Future - @happystar I'm quite sure Roger and Brian don't n... by Ivo-1976 on 20.01.2018
The Future - Future of Queen? Maybe, if they really go for it... by Ivo-1976 on 20.01.2018
Queen to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards - Not going to happen. John has left the Queen build... by Ivo-1976 on 17.01.2018
Same person on different Queen gigs caught on camera - That's Ray Deacon, one of the 12 Deacon brothers. ... by Ivo-1976 on 15.01.2018
Brian & Roger on tour, a dream - Could've been an option somewhere between '92 and ... by Ivo-1976 on 07.01.2018
What Would You Like To See From Queen In 2018 ? - I would like some more unreleased stuff from the 1... by Ivo-1976 on 28.12.2017
Brian gettin' old - Brian is 70, Roger 68. I'm pretty sure they don't ... by Ivo-1976 on 11.12.2017
Which album should get the anniversary box treatment next? - The Miracle in 2019. As a 12-year-old it was my fi... by Ivo-1976 on 15.11.2017
When Freddie Mercury Met Kenny Everett... - Yeah. Still figuring out who infected who. Silly.... by Ivo-1976 on 11.11.2017
Bars, Clubs or Baths Freddie frequented - Cheers, The Jack Rabbit Slim's and The Prancing Po... by Ivo-1976 on 08.11.2017
LAST TOUR BRIAN AND ROGER?? - I have a feeling it is. Brian is 70 now, Roger 68.... by Ivo-1976 on 03.11.2017
All dead, all dead by freddie mercury on the radio - Lovely! Why do we have to wait so long for beautie... by Ivo-1976 on 26.10.2017
clarification of Thor Arnold's role in Freddie's life - You get a lot of questions :-) Maybe can you tell... by Ivo-1976 on 12.07.2017
clarification of Thor Arnold's role in Freddie's life - Wow! Great thread! Thank you Thor!... by Ivo-1976 on 12.07.2017
How many tours can Queen play without new music? - This might be the last tour. Nothing lasts forever... by Ivo-1976 on 26.06.2017
Adnan Kashoggi is dead - Who knows how many private gigs they did. It is qu... by Ivo-1976 on 07.06.2017
Roger Taylor's best solo songs? - Bohemian Rhapsody. Those 3 other guys were only ar... by Ivo-1976 on 10.05.2017
Roger Taylor - Journey's End - Very nice indeed! Like the song and the video. ... by Ivo-1976 on 05.05.2017
I guess I'm "stupid", but that's ok.... - I feel like Brian and Roger lost their momentum in... by Ivo-1976 on 03.05.2017
New Hot Space unknown track? - I think that there will be only one more Europe/UK... by Ivo-1976 on 29.03.2017
G.Michael channeling Freddie on Mother's Pride track. - Yes, one of his best songs. Great vocals.... by Ivo-1976 on 29.03.2017
BY REQUEST: REJECTED QUEEN MONOPOLY "CHANCE" CARDS... - Nice one! My go at it: - A midget steals all yo... by Ivo-1976 on 23.03.2017
Brian and Kerry announce new album - Wow, a lot of negativity. Bless Brian for still tr... by Ivo-1976 on 08.03.2017
New Q+AL tour of North America - Might very well be the last USA tour. Enjoy it whi... by Ivo-1976 on 26.01.2017
Roger printed interview Jan 88 - Everybody talks about how Live Aid revived Queen, ... by Ivo-1976 on 07.12.2016
New FM Drama Doc on UK TV - What an awful pile of crap. ... by Ivo-1976 on 21.11.2016
freddie mercury story - This looks pretty awful. They even use a "fake fre... by Ivo-1976 on 16.11.2016
This looks promising! - "Whatever you do, please don't make me boring." I... by Ivo-1976 on 15.11.2016
Roger Taylor Planet Rock - As Roger once sung: "It's easier from an armchair.... by Ivo-1976 on 15.11.2016
Just for fun.. - 29-11-76. No show. They were probably recording NO... by Ivo-1976 on 31.10.2016
Brian and Kerry cancel December tour 2016 - At some point enough is enough. The guys have ever... by Ivo-1976 on 23.10.2016
Brian and Kerry cancel December tour 2016 - The guys aren't getting any younger. Too much is t... by Ivo-1976 on 22.10.2016
1 hour. - 14 different mixes of "Body Language"... by Ivo-1976 on 18.10.2016
Where was Freddie during the Miracle interview at the train station - Yup, one of my favourites.... by Ivo-1976 on 11.10.2016
Freddie Mercury's last interview? - Just some "behind the scenes" stuff. No interview.... by Ivo-1976 on 05.10.2016
Real Queen fact? Somebody owns it? - Great find! So it must be out there somewhere?... by Ivo-1976 on 04.10.2016
Freddie Mercury's last interview? - This was a bit of promowork during the recording o... by Ivo-1976 on 03.10.2016
Freddie Mercury's last interview? - I think it was this one in 1989: http://www.ult... by Ivo-1976 on 03.10.2016
Has the current incarnation of Queen worn out its magic? - True - MIH was nice, The solo attempts in the 90's... by Ivo-1976 on 28.09.2016
Has the current incarnation of Queen worn out its magic? - It is what it is. 2 members from a 70's and 80's (... by Ivo-1976 on 28.09.2016
Has the current incarnation of Queen worn out its magic? - What fun is playing the same songs over and over a... by Ivo-1976 on 21.09.2016
New John Deacon 2016 Picture - Hope he is enjoying life out of the spotlights. Se... by Ivo-1976 on 11.09.2016
Freddie Mercury 70th Birthday Event in Montreux, Switzerland - Saw it live on Youtube. They did very, very well!... by Ivo-1976 on 07.09.2016
Songs you wished they played live? - Breakthru. Great uptempo song!... by Ivo-1976 on 26.05.2016
1989 BBC Radio interview - Were any pictures taken during this event? Just c... by Ivo-1976 on 21.04.2016
wot, no Queen? - 16. Queen + Barry Manilow - Mandy ('Cause Barry wa... by Ivo-1976 on 31.03.2016
Brian May and Kerry Ellis new song "Roll With You" - I like it.... by Ivo-1976 on 24.02.2016
Was Freddie the Pitcher or the Catcher? - I saw a picture of him in a snooker outfit once. D... by Ivo-1976 on 30.10.2015
Biggest mistake in their career? - Biggest mistake i.m.o. was Freddie completely loos... by Ivo-1976 on 17.10.2015
New photo of John in 2015 - How I would love to hear John's side of the story.... by Ivo-1976 on 25.09.2015
Queen and Paul Rodgers -- why did it end the way it did? - Roger needs a back-up drummer and that says it all... by Ivo-1976 on 22.09.2015
New photo of John in 2015 - Was he wearing his "going to the strip club" outfi... by Ivo-1976 on 19.09.2015
Queen and Paul Rodgers -- why did it end the way it did? - They had a nice run, did 3 tours, recorded an albu... by Ivo-1976 on 16.09.2015
Queen and Paul Rodgers -- why did it end the way it did? - $£¥€... by Ivo-1976 on 15.09.2015
Brian leaving Queen? - I think they are ready to retire and only do occas... by Ivo-1976 on 12.09.2015
Foo Fighters' version of Under Pressure Featured Roger last night - Nice one!... by Ivo-1976 on 07.09.2015
What if... - In the 80's Queen were quite lazy band with only a... by Ivo-1976 on 31.08.2015
Raciest Queen Lyric. .. contenders? - And Delilah is all about pussy.... by Ivo-1976 on 25.08.2015
Raciest Queen Lyric. .. contenders? - "Everybody drank my wine -you get my drift " Kash... by Ivo-1976 on 25.08.2015
Was Freddie Well Enough to Perform at the Brits '90? - Freddie didn't want to be in the center of attenti... by Ivo-1976 on 22.08.2015
Freddie's best album, vocally? - Can someone give an example of where freddies voic... by Ivo-1976 on 14.05.2015
Queen's campiest song - Lazing on a sunday afternoon. ... by Ivo-1976 on 23.04.2015
Some stats about their concerts - 9 in Bophuthatswana. Wut?... by Ivo-1976 on 02.04.2015
. - 1. I think it is very, very unlikely Freddie was f... by Ivo-1976 on 26.03.2015
The Miracle and beyond - At that point money was no longer an issue. They w... by Ivo-1976 on 14.03.2015
The state of Queen today - there = their. I think.... by Ivo-1976 on 13.01.2015
The state of Queen today - This might very well be there very last tour. Enjo... by Ivo-1976 on 13.01.2015
Most hated Queen track ever? - Get Down, Make love. Awful. And the others guys ag... by Ivo-1976 on 24.12.2014
Don't Try So Hard recorded December 1989 - What song was recorded last for Innuendo? ... by Ivo-1976 on 05.12.2014
So, there IS more to come... - Uhm...Greatest Video Hits 3?... by Ivo-1976 on 22.11.2014
Real unreleased tracks to come? - On september 5 2046 - on what would have been Fred... by Ivo-1976 on 16.11.2014
Best Of Roger Taylor Delayed. - John's solo stuff is the best if you ask me. His "... by Ivo-1976 on 03.11.2014
Queen Brand Vodka???? - There is Fairy Fellers Master Stroke Beer...... h... by Ivo-1976 on 16.09.2014
Rainbow question - Thanks for all the replies. Shame there is not muc... by Ivo-1976 on 11.09.2014
Rainbow question - Does the (blu-ray) DVD contain both the march and ... by Ivo-1976 on 10.09.2014
The Great Pretender - Was there a story behind this 1987 Freddie solo si... by Ivo-1976 on 03.08.2014
2014 set list - Great setlist indeed. But not much variation betwe... by Ivo-1976 on 06.07.2014
Favourte heatvy metal queen song..? - Modern times rock 'n roll. Epic.... by Ivo-1976 on 06.07.2014
Do you think Freddie would still be touring just like they are now? - No. They were fed up with each other during the '8... by Ivo-1976 on 30.06.2014
Banner ad - Please get rid of the "java update" splash screen.... by Ivo-1976 on 29.06.2014
Queen albums / tracks with the best / worst sound quality. - I didn't like the sound of Innuendo, it somehow se... by Ivo-1976 on 28.06.2014
Brian / Roger - I probably wouldn't know what to say. They both se... by Ivo-1976 on 27.06.2014
Drowse - I really like this. Great try. http://www.youtu... by Ivo-1976 on 25.06.2014
Chicago - I like the setlist. Now i'm here, seven seas, lap ... by Ivo-1976 on 20.06.2014
iHeartRadio Live Stream with Queen + Adam Lambert 16/06/14 21:00ET/02:00BST - Yes. Roger was one of the best live drummers o... by Ivo-1976 on 18.06.2014
iHeartRadio Live Stream with Queen + Adam Lambert 16/06/14 21:00ET/02:00BST - They even had a second drummer on stage. Kind of s... by Ivo-1976 on 17.06.2014
Setlist - Expect at least a 90% greatest hits show. We will ... by Ivo-1976 on 14.06.2014
Deacon family at We Will Rock You final night - Of course there were arguments. After Freddie died... by Ivo-1976 on 04.06.2014
Deacon family at We Will Rock You final night - John was never the Showman/Rock n' Roll type of gu... by Ivo-1976 on 03.06.2014
Deacon family at We Will Rock You final night - Since the "strip club" incident he doesn't want to... by Ivo-1976 on 02.06.2014
‘It’s because people want it’: Brian May on why Queen has moved on with Ada - - The only crappy thing in my eyes is that Brian a... by Ivo-1976 on 29.04.2014
Roger and Brian now compared to the 80s - Getting older is one thing, excercising on a regul... by Ivo-1976 on 15.04.2014
Your Favourite John Deacon Track ? - Spread your wings. Great song!... by Ivo-1976 on 08.04.2014
Queen Songs Roger couldn't pull off anymore - Neil Peart (Rush) never stopped drumming and kept ... by Ivo-1976 on 03.04.2014
Queen Songs Roger couldn't pull off anymore - Our Roger isn't getting any younger. He'll try to ... by Ivo-1976 on 01.04.2014
Queen Songs Roger couldn't pull off anymore - About singing, I hate it when he reads the texts f... by Ivo-1976 on 21.03.2014
Spike Edney 5th Member Of Queen - He was involved with queen between '84 and '86. Mo... by Ivo-1976 on 18.03.2014
New Tour - setlist - expectations/suggestions - It will be greatest hits all over again. I heard B... by Ivo-1976 on 18.03.2014
Adam And New Queen - It does look sad. A very desperate attempt to find... by Ivo-1976 on 18.03.2014
Favorite Hot Space song? - The bassline. The piano. The vocals. The drums. Th... by Ivo-1976 on 10.03.2014
. - This could very well be their last tour. Such a sh... by Ivo-1976 on 07.03.2014
Favorite Hot Space song? - Easy pick. Under pressure.... by Ivo-1976 on 07.03.2014
Best & Worst Queen Music Videos - Best: Breakthru...cool train vid, last video with ... by Ivo-1976 on 22.02.2014
Queen And Adam Lambert Confirm Tour - Not my cup of tea, but i hope they put in a couple... by Ivo-1976 on 16.02.2014
Live Killers - Dreamer's Ball - I was listening to Live Killers today. Dreamer's B... by Ivo-1976 on 14.02.2014
would john be happy if roger and brian called it a day? - I hope John is happy and healthy. He never really ... by Ivo-1976 on 10.02.2014
Roger's input during the 1991 sessions - Besides that Brian and Roger did all the promotion... by Ivo-1976 on 10.12.2013
The truth Queen/"Fanthology"/etc don't want you to know about Queen II - @Negative Creep Someone could be a collector just... by Ivo-1976 on 15.05.2013
The truth Queen/"Fanthology"/etc don't want you to know about Queen II - IMO it's the difference between collectors and fan... by Ivo-1976 on 15.05.2013
John Deacon throwing his guitar-Knebworth - I understand why he retired. I do not understand w... by Ivo-1976 on 11.06.2012
RT suggests new tour dates with Lambert - A show with Elton John. Now THAT would be interest... by Ivo-1976 on 10.04.2012
Queen "Elite!". - @John S Stuart. I get the point. Rare recording... by Ivo-1976 on 04.04.2012
Queen "Elite!". - Reading these topics with open mouth. This is a wo... by Ivo-1976 on 04.04.2012
Sonisphere cancelled - I wonder what they are going to do now. Ticket sal... by Ivo-1976 on 04.04.2012
What, if anything, do bands 'owe' their most committed long time fans? - Brian turns 65 this year, Roger 63. My father is ... by Ivo-1976 on 30.03.2012
Why has Paul Rodgers been snubbed for Lambert - It was fun while it lasted. I guess the chemistry ... by Ivo-1976 on 23.02.2012
At what point did Roger START to go senile? - He has 4 ex-wives, one current wife and an average... by Ivo-1976 on 23.02.2012
Big announcement tonight - Belfastqueenfan, As was suggested by others I thi... by Ivo-1976 on 21.02.2012
Big announcement tonight - Jeesss...how low can you go... They decide to d... by Ivo-1976 on 21.02.2012
Garden lodge video tapes - Isn't it ironic that Freddie tried to hide his pri... by Ivo-1976 on 16.02.2012
John Deacons character... - My point of view: I think that at first John en... by Ivo-1976 on 14.02.2012
Hopefully Brian talks about the Jackson tracks + some other freddie tracks - Busy with what? Why so mysterious Brian, a little... by Ivo-1976 on 14.02.2012
Brian May in SanRemo,IM, Italy next Febrary - A lot of fuss about Brian playing one song at a fe... by Ivo-1976 on 18.01.2012
Will There Be Another Queen Album? Seriously Now... - When playing under the "Queen" name, many people w... by Ivo-1976 on 13.01.2012
If the gig of Knebworth was recorded... - Re-release a remastered Budapest en include Knebwo... by Ivo-1976 on 12.01.2012
Worst album lyrics wise - I really like the lyrics on songs like "the Miracl... by Ivo-1976 on 06.01.2012
Brian admits a tour "may happen" in 2012 - It seems that Brian and Roger are considering a To... by Ivo-1976 on 06.01.2012
Brian admits a tour "may happen" in 2012 - With a singer that does justice to the songs - Yes... by Ivo-1976 on 03.01.2012
DId Hot Space create an aversion to risk? - I think it was a natural process. Queen did not st... by Ivo-1976 on 29.12.2011
Queen in Verona, Italy, on July 23 2012 - I would love a new tour with Brian, Roger and the ... by Ivo-1976 on 19.12.2011
Queen innuendo tour live - The Miracle and Innuendo have a lot of songs that ... by Ivo-1976 on 19.12.2011
Queen Drummer Roger Taylor Says There Will Be No New Album - It's just a bloody shame that Brian and Roger stop... by Ivo-1976 on 02.12.2011
Twenty years ago... - Stange how  things that happened 20 years ago st... by Ivo-1976 on 24.11.2011
Queen at the EMAs - Let's be honest, i do not expect to see full shows... by Ivo-1976 on 09.11.2011
Days of Our lives BLURAY & DVD - Uhm...why would people buy this? It was shown on ... by Ivo-1976 on 11.10.2011
Pink Floyd reissues - Just face it, boxed sets like this will hardly sel... by Ivo-1976 on 02.10.2011
Let's get RT on Top Gear! - Nah, Roger would probably run some talent show to... by Ivo-1976 on 30.09.2011
Songs never played live you would like to have heard in Freddie's lifetime. - The Show must go on Was it all worth it I want i... by Ivo-1976 on 24.09.2011
Brian and Roger are "raping my childhood" - What is most disappointing is that Brian and Roger... by Ivo-1976 on 23.09.2011
Does anybody think they understand any of this? - We want Queen to go on forever, want Brian and Rog... by Ivo-1976 on 23.09.2011
First reactions to the These Are The Days of Our Lives Video? - I saw the video the first time in a BBC documentar... by Ivo-1976 on 20.09.2011
Rolling Stone: "Queen Putting Together Own Tribute Band for 2012 Tour" - Pfff. Involved in the start-up of a tribute band. ... by Ivo-1976 on 20.09.2011
One show from each year - Thank's for the link, I 'll give it a try!... by Ivo-1976 on 30.08.2011
Freddie Film title: A Kind of Magic? - I have mixed feelings about this movie. I hope the... by Ivo-1976 on 30.08.2011
One show from each year - Thank you all for your suggestions! The first one... by Ivo-1976 on 30.08.2011
One show from each year - Wow! Thanks for your reply, it was very helpful(l)... by Ivo-1976 on 26.08.2011
One show from each year - Hi, I'm trying to collect the essential Queen Li... by Ivo-1976 on 26.08.2011
Best Track of 80's: I Want it All - This would be my top-5 from the 80's 1. Was it a... by Ivo-1976 on 26.08.2011